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GP55 VXE

2005 BMW 525

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

210,341 mi
Last recorded210,341 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 525108,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 VXE
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 210,341 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 203,524 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Sep 2016 190,012 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 178,105 miles

Engine Covers/Undertrays fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 168,018 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2013 156,515 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 140,398 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 125,520 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 125,520 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 107,154 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 169,511 miles

rear number plate

Pass 24 Dec 2008 128,097 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2008 128,097 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Advise vehicles emissions were too clean to get a reading.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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GP55 VXE is a 2005 BMW 525 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 108,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP55 VXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP55 VXE registered?

GP55 VXE is a 2005 BMW 525, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is GP55 VXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP55 VXE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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